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Entries from July 2006

First Dog Breed in the Country = Boston Terrier

July 30th, 2006 · No Comments

The sturdy and smart little Boston terrier was the first dog breed developed in the United States. It was descended from English bulldogs and terriers in the 1860s and 1870s as a sport fighter but proved instead to be so affable it became known as the “Boston gentleman.”

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Banks Lure Dog Owners in South End, Lynn, and Hingham

July 30th, 2006 · No Comments

Citizens Bank recently created a dog section in its South End branch in Boston, where pooches can eat biscuits, lap up water, and hang out while their owners do their banking business. An Eastern Bank in Lynn hands out homemade dog biscuits - along with recipes so owners can make the goodies […]

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Get the Real Scoop on Dog Food

July 20th, 2006 · No Comments

This meticulously maintained site has incredible details on what makes food good or bad for dogs.

Label information 101
Ingredients to avoid
What is Menadione?

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LA Dogs Using Kevlar Bulletproof Vests

July 15th, 2006 · No Comments

Link here

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Haven’t been to a Pupperware party?

July 10th, 2006 · No Comments

Article here

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End Greyhound Dog Racing - Vote This Year!

July 8th, 2006 · No Comments

Your vote can help save greyhounds and put more dogs in homes.
Committee to Protect Dogs: http://www.protectdogs.org
Wonderland Greyhound Park: http://www.wonderlandgreyhound.com

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Lookout for Quack Vets

July 7th, 2006 · No Comments

From Associated Press:
“A man accused of impersonating a veterinarian was indicted Thursday on more charges that he treated animals without a license or training.
Steven Vassall, of Brooklyn, performed surgeries and other medical procedures on 14 animals, the indictment said.
Vassall was arraigned Thursday and released on a previously posted $2,500 bail.
In February, he was charged with […]

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Gloucester Native Named Groomer of the Year

July 6th, 2006 · No Comments

“Says American Kennel Club spokeswoman Gina Lash: “Intergroom is one of the most prestigious events in the world of grooming. So to be named groomer of the year there is a huge thing.”
Boston.com Article

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Bark your Calendars - Bark N’ Bath Charity Dog Wash July 15th

July 6th, 2006 · No Comments

“Pamper your pup at the second annual Bark N’ Bath Charity Dog Wash. Your four-legged friend will receive a full-service wash and dry from the pros at Laundromutt and a make-your-own doggie sundae from Polka Dog Bakery. All proceeds will benefit the Trust for Public Land (www.tpl.org), a national nonprofit conservation organization. Saturday, July 15, […]

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2 Year Old Maine Girl Found by Dogs

July 5th, 2006 · No Comments

complete article here

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Would you be happier at work with your dog?

July 2nd, 2006 · No Comments

Would you work like a dog if your dog joined you in the office? According to a recent survey, a majority of dog owners would work longer hours if man’s best friend was sleeping under the desk. Two-thirds of dog owners would put in more time at the office, while 55 percent would commute a […]

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Boston’s Most Famous Dog?

July 2nd, 2006 · No Comments

Have you heard of Catie Copley?

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